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Paddle out from Beo Harbor at sunset and watch the bay shift from golden to electric as plankton begin to glow beneath your kayak. This short evening tour combines calm paddling, a beach BBQ and the chance to swim among bioluminescent light on clear, moonless nights.
Paddle out from Beo Harbor at sunset and watch the bay shift from golden to electric as plankton begin to glow beneath your kayak. This short evening tour combines calm paddling, a beach BBQ and the chance to swim among bioluminescent light on clear, moonless nights.
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Operated by Asia Local Tour · Cat Ba Town, Hai Phong
The day loosens its heat over limestone karsts as the boat slips away from Beo Harbor; orange light pools on the water and fishermen steer home through a scatter of floating houses. Guides brief the small group while the bay cools, and kayaks are lowered into water that will, after dusk, sometimes answer with its own light.
easy.
3–4 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; expect short paddling stretches and brief boat transfers—basic upper-body mobility helps.
No—guides provide basic instruction and the paddling sections are suitable for beginners; tours are designed for all fitness levels.
Bioluminescence depends on tide, weather and moon phase; guides go to areas where it’s most likely but sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Yes—guides often offer a swim option; avoid using sunscreens or soaps before entering to protect plankton and marine life.
Bring a waterproof bag, ID, mosquito repellent, a small towel and a headlamp; valuables should be left at your hotel.
Lan Ha Bay’s limestone formed over hundreds of millions of years; local fishing communities have adapted to life on and around the water for generations.
Tours emphasize low-impact practices—avoid bright lights, dispose of waste on land, and follow guide instructions to reduce disturbance to wildlife and plankton.
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